Future Alumni Leader Award

Kaitlyn was a politically active and driven student. Her involvements on campus highlighted her interest in creating an engaged student body that exercises their democratic rights. Katie completed her bachelor's degree in the Spring of 2021 with a major in Integrative Public Relations and minors in Leadership and Political Science. 

At Central Michigan University, Katie was a Leader Advancement Scholar, a Campus Engagement Election Fellow, Leadership Safari Guide, Phonathon Caller, and was heavily involved with the Student Government Association. In 2019, Katie accepted the role of Press Secretary and became Student Body President the following year. Her reign as Madame President shifted due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, causing her and the administration to think on their feet. With Katie's Leadership, the SGA cabinet focused on immediate issues to continue driving the student body forward. One of the main focuses of her presidency was to institutionalize the civic engagement work at CMU.   

In addition to her involvement with student organizations, Katie worked with Phonathon, where she made outreach calls to alumni, parents, friends, and prospective CMU students. She began as a student caller and soon became a supervisor and mentor to other students. Katie oversaw the transition to remote calling and was vital in the success of the conversion.  

Off-campus, Ms. Prebelich volunteered her time as a Democratic Precinct Delegate in Troy, MI, and a Policy Intern with the House Science, Space and Technology Committee in Washington DC.  

Katie plans to attend Wayne State University to earn her Law degree to reach her goal of running for public office one day. The Central Michigan University Alumni Association is pleased to honor Kaitlyn as a Future Alumni Leader.